When to Go
Best Time to Visit Fjallavatn
Best visited June-August for safer hiking conditions and extended daylight.
Summer
June-August · 8-14°C (46-57°F)
Longest daylight, easiest weather for hiking and boat trips.
Late spring/early autumn
May, September · 6-12°C (43-54°F)
Fewer midges and fewer tourists; weather more changeable.
Weather & Climate near Fjallavatn
Climate
Fjallavatn's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 12°C. Heavy rainfall (2663 mm/year), wettest in November.
Air Quality:
AQI 17
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
15°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 5° | -2° | 287 mm | overcast | 82% | 7.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.8h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 5° | -2° | 233 mm | overcast | 82% | 7.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.5h |
| March | Poor | 2° - 5° | -2° | 270 mm | overcast | 82% | 7.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 188 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 14.6h |
| May | Poor | 5° - 9° | 3° | 146 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 17.5h |
| June | Poor | 8° - 10° | 6° | 117 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 19.3h |
| July | Acceptable | 9° - 12° | 11° | 120 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 18.4h |
| August | Poor | 9° - 12° | 11° | 154 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 15.7h |
| September | Poor | 8° - 11° | 6° | 253 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 6° - 9° | 3° | 302 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 6° | 0° | 305 mm | overcast | 84% | 7.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 5° | -2° | 288 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.7h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Fjallavatn
Fjallavatn is on Vágar. From the village of Sørvágur or Miðvágur, follow local hiking trails inland; many routes are unmarked and require experience in Faroese terrain. Boat access is uncommon-most visitors arrive by foot or driven tracks from settlements on Vágar.
Tips for Visiting Fjallavatn
- If attempting a multi-day trek across Vágar, carry navigation tools-trail markings can be minimal in fog.
- Check local ferry/boat schedules if approaching via water; weather changes quickly in the Faroes.
- Respect grazing lands and fences-some paths cross private farmland; close gates behind you.